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88MauSporter
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Leather cartridge Wallets / Belts and Case Corrosion
#95489 - 30/01/08 09:29 AM

I have what would be considered some “good quality” leather accessories for carrying my cartridges. Leather pouches with fitted cartridge loops, leather wallets for .375 and .450/.400, belts for some others including shot shell belts. The leathers are different from the different sources and makers, but the sources would be considered reputable for quality.
My issue is fast working corrosion of the brass shells after only a few days in the leather loops. What causes this and what can I do to the leather to prevent or slow down the corrosion?
I have tried a couple things, but none have worked so far. I am sure there is great knowledge in the audience of this forum and I value your assistance.

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500Nitro
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Loc: Victoria, Australia

Re: Leather cartridge Wallets / Belts and Case Corrosion [Re: 88MauSporter]
#95490 - 30/01/08 10:28 AM

Nothing you can do to stop it.

You can't keep the cases in the loops,
especially if it gets wet but generally
just don't leave them in the belt.

A bit like Knives with BRASS Handles and Leather Sheaths
- you can't leave them in there when not using them.

I know - I just had to clean my knives !!!

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Nakihunter
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Re: Leather cartridge Wallets / Belts and Case Corrosion [Re: 500Nitro]
#95495 - 30/01/08 11:23 AM

The leather has chemical residue from tanning. It also retains moisture. Oiling the leather is not a good idea as the cartridges get greasy. Sealing the leather with bee's wax preserves it (standard practice in the heat of India) & the wax should not rub off on to the ammo. The final point is still what 500 Nito says - you should not store ammo in leather pouch or loops.

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88MauSporter
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Re: Leather cartridge Wallets / Belts and Case Corrosion [Re: Nakihunter]
#95512 - 30/01/08 01:42 PM

500Nitro / NakiHunter:
Thanks for the advise and confirming what I thought. The idea of the wax is something I considered, but couldn't decide if it was worth trying. I will when I find some suitable wax. I don't store any brass in the belts or wallets, but do leve them in over a few day hunt. Maybe the wax will "slow" the process of corrosion.
Again, I value the input of the experienced.

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"A hunter should not use a rifle that will kill an animal when everthing goes right; you should use one that will do the job when everything goes wrong." 88MauSporter

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500Nitro
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Re: Leather cartridge Wallets / Belts and Case Corrosion [Re: 88MauSporter]
#95516 - 30/01/08 02:50 PM

88

Even having them in my belt when up north of Aust
where I sweat like hell AND the leather gets really wet,
they get a green tinge to them where they are in the belt.

I wouldn't worry about the wax.

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